🛠 Suspension & Lift

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A quality suspension upgrade is one of the most impactful changes for an overlanding rig: it can provide more clearance, better articulation, and a smoother highway ride. Recommended components and common configurations are summarized below.

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Best Suspension & Lift Kits

Icon Vehicle Dynamics suspension kit

Icon Stage 2 Suspension System

Best complete suspension kit for 4Runner and Tacoma. 2.5" coilovers, rear shocks, great ride.

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Fox Racing shocks for overlanding

Fox 2.0 Performance Series Shocks (pair)

Industry-leading valving, lightweight aluminum body. A step above Bilstein at a reasonable price.

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Dobinsons MRR remote-reservoir strut for Toyota 4Runner

Dobinsons MRR 3-Way Adjustable Monotube Reservoir Strut for Toyota 4Runner

3-way adjustable monotube reservoir strut engineered for Toyota 4Runner.

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Teraflex lift kit for Jeep Wrangler

Teraflex 2.5" Spacer Leveling Kit

Simple, reversible, affordable. Levels out the front rake without changing geometry.

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OME heavy duty rear leaf springs

OME Heavy Duty Rear Leaf Springs

Helps support loaded rigs and reduce sag. Designed to complement front lift upgrades.

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Rough Country 2 inch lift kit

Rough Country 2" Budget Lift Kit

Best for mild trail use on a strict budget. Good clearance gain, straightforward install.

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